Serving 674 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Allen W. Roberts School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 674 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Allen W. Roberts School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Allen W. Roberts School's student population of 674 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
674 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sat. Aug 30, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 18, 2026
School Motto
The truth of your character is expressed through the choice of your actions
School Rankings
Allen W. Roberts School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Allen W. Roberts School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#87 out of 2184 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
30%
10%
Hispanic
13%
34%
Black
1%
15%
White
51%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Allen W. Roberts School's ranking?
Allen W. Roberts School is ranked #87 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Allen W. Roberts School often compared to?
Allen W. Roberts Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Salt Brook School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Allen W. Roberts School?
674 students attend Allen W. Roberts School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Allen W. Roberts School students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Allen W. Roberts School?
Allen W. Roberts School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Allen W. Roberts School offer ?
Allen W. Roberts School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Allen W. Roberts School part of?
Allen W. Roberts School is part of New Providence School District.
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